Key for Asean universities to maintain ties amid global competition, says Singapore President Halimah Yacob

President Halimah Yacob said that universities must transform to educate students and communities broadly, so that all may lead productive lives. - File Picture The Star/ANN

SINGAPORE, Nov 10 (The Straits Times/ANN): In an increasingly competitive world, the value and importance of maintaining collaborative and tight-knit Asean community ties cannot be understated, President Halimah Yacob told university leaders from the region on Thursday.

Speaking at a gala dinner to close a programme for Asean university leaders, she said that Singapore’s relationship with its neighbours has always been a major priority, with continual efforts being made to strengthen these bonds.